Discord

Staff Software Engineer, Machine Learning

San Francisco, California, United States

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Social Media, Gaming, AI & Machine LearningIndustries

Position Overview

  • Location Type: Remote
  • Employment Type: Full-time
  • Salary: $272,000 - $306,000 (Base) + Equity + Benefits

Discord is a platform used by over 200 million people monthly for gaming and other purposes. 90% of users play games, spending 1.5 billion hours on the platform each month. Discord is focused on making it easier and more fun for people to connect and hang out around games. The company is seeking Machine Learning Engineers to build and implement ML solutions for both Safety and Discovery teams.

Responsibilities

  • Build and iterate on ML-driven products to foster creativity, discovery, and engagement on Discord.
  • Design and build robust, high-scale, low-latency content and user recommendation systems.
  • Work with cross-functional teams to create ML roadmaps and make trade-off decisions.

Requirements

  • Experience: 8+ years of experience as a Machine Learning Engineer or Data Scientist.
  • Technical Skills: Extensive experience building performant machine learning systems at scale.
  • Product Sense: Strong product sense and passion for user-driven applications.
  • Communication: Ability to communicate updates and resolutions to customers and partners.
  • Ambiguity: Thrive in ambiguous environments and solve complex problems.

Company Information

Discord plays a unique role in the future of gaming. It's a multiplatform, multigenerational, and multiplayer platform that helps people deepen their friendships around games and shared interests. The company’s mission is to help people have fun with their favorite people, whether listening to music together or playing competitive games.

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Skills

Machine Learning
Data Science
Recommendation Systems
Python
ML Systems
Content Moderation
Spam Detection
Abuse Mitigation

Discord

Voice, video, and text communication platform

About Discord

Discord is a communication platform that allows users to connect through voice, video, and text. It serves as a space for friends and communities to gather and share their interests, catering to a wide range of groups such as artists, activists, study groups, and hobbyists. Users can join various communities, known as servers, which host discussions and activities related to their interests. Unlike many other platforms, Discord does not rely on advertising or selling user data; instead, it offers a premium subscription service called Nitro, which provides additional features like enhanced streaming quality and customization options. The goal of Discord is to create a welcoming environment where people can build connections and foster a sense of belonging.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2015Year Founded
$952.6MTotal Funding
SERIES_HCompany Stage
Consumer Software, Social ImpactIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Stay healthy - We take care of our team with comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans.
Parental perks - Spend some quality time with the next generation with parental leave, fertility, adoption, and surrogacy benefits.
Kick back - Stay refreshed with over 19 paid holidays, use-what-you-need sick days, and four weeks of PTO.
Commute easy - In a non-COVID world, get up to $270 per month for your commuting and parking needs.
The loadout - When we’re back in the office, enjoy daily catered lunches and snacks, a desk fund to make your space yours, and whatever you need for your computer setup, including a headphone allowance.
Wellness on us - Take advantage of a quarterly wellness allowance for your gym membership or other wellness activities. Virtual yoga every week!
Transgender benefits - Discord will reimburse up to $20,000 for any procedure related to transition.
Discord HQ - Our office is located in Potrero Hill, a little neighborhood in San Francisco near awesome coffee and food.
Relocation - Excellent relocation bonuses for new hires moving to San Francisco (once it’s safe to return).

Risks

Discord's revenue growth slowed in 2022, indicating potential market saturation.
Integrating Gas may alienate existing users if not managed carefully.
Decentralized platforms like SINOVATE pose a competitive threat to Discord's model.

Differentiation

Discord offers a unique ad-free communication platform with a premium subscription model.
It supports diverse communities, from gamers to artists, enhancing its user base diversity.
Discord's acquisition of Gas expands its reach to a younger, teen-focused audience.

Upsides

Discord's revenue grew 44% in 2022, showcasing resilience in a challenging market.
Integration with AI moderation tools can enhance user experience and safety.
Collaborations with educational platforms position Discord as a key remote learning tool.

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